How to Measure Your Nails for Press-On Nails at Home
1. Gather Materials:
- Transparent tape
- Fine-tip pen or marker
- Ruler or measuring tape
2. Measure Each Nail:
- Cut a small piece of transparent tape and place it over your natural nail.
- Use the pen to mark the widest points on each side of your nail.
3. Measure the Tape:
- Remove the tape and place it flat on a ruler or measuring tape.
- Measure the distance between the marks in millimeters.
4. Record Your Sizes:
- Note the measurements for each nail. You’ll typically need the width in millimeters for all ten nails.
5. Match with Press-On Nails:
- Use the size guide provided by us.
By measuring your nails accurately at home, you can ensure a perfect fit for your press-on nails.
XS: Thumb-14mm, Index-10mm, Middle Finger-11mm, Ring Finger-10mm, Pinky-7mm
S: Thumb-15mm, Index-11mm, Middle Finger-12mm, Ring Finger-11mm, Pinky-8mm
M: Thumb-16mm, Index-12mm, Middle Finger-13mm, Ring Finger-12mm, Pinky-9mm
L: Thumb-17mm, Index-13mm, Middle Finger-14mm, Ring Finger-13mm, Pinky-10mm
How to Apply Press-On Nails: Quick Steps
- Gather Supplies: Press-on nails, nail glue/adhesive tabs, nail file, cuticle stick, nail buffer, rubbing alcohol.
- Prepare Nails: Remove old polish, trim and file nails, push back cuticles, buff nails, clean with alcohol.
- Size Nails: Match press-ons to natural nails, lay out in order.
- Apply Nails:
- With Glue: Apply glue to natural nail and press-on, press and hold for 10-15 seconds.
- With Tabs: Apply adhesive tab, press and hold press-on for 10-15 seconds.
- Finish: Shape press-ons with a file if needed, avoid water/pressure for the first hour.
- Maintain: Be gentle, moisturize cuticles, reapply nails if they come off.